ATTORNEY IV (536599)

Attorney IVHousing Development & Finance Committee (HDFC)$11,993.00 - $16,096.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.Final Filing Date: 11/2/2026This position is located in Sacramento. Under the direction of the General Counsel of HDFC, the Attorney IV provides advanced and specialized legal services in support of HDFCs mission: to alleviate California's affordable housing crisis by creating affordable homes through a simpler, faster, and more transparent housing finance system. This position requires a forward-thinking, solutions-oriented attorney who approaches legal challenges with creativity and openness while ensuring all work remains firmly grounded in applicable statutory and regulatory frameworks. In addition to complex transactional work involving federal and state funded grants and loans, the Attorney IV plays a critical role in developing innovative legal frameworks and strategies that streamline statewide housing finance processes. This includes drafting regulations, advising on consolidated program structures, supporting Bagley-Keene compliance, and negotiating interagency agreements. The Attorney IV supports the General Counsel by exercising independent judgement on complex legal matters and may mentor other attorneys in adopting modern, problem-solving approaches consistent with HDFC's mission. This position requires reporting to an HDFC office a minimum of four days per week. In limited cases, at the Department's discretion, an employee may be approved to work in a remote centered capacity on a temporary basis until appropriate office- space becomes available.

Under California Government Code Section 14200, telework eligible- employees must reside in California. The designated headquarters location will be based on the employee's primary residence and may be updated if HDFC criteria are met.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.Created through the Governor's Reorganization Plan to address fragmentation within California's housing finance system, the Housing Development and Finance Committee (HDFC) helps create affordable homes by advancing a housing finance system that is simpler, faster, and more transparent.Our vision is simple and bold: Homes that Californians can afford, in communities where they can thrive.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion HDFC values diversity at all levels and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where employees from varied backgrounds, cultures, and lived experiences are welcomed and can succeed. Employees are expected to support an environment free from discrimination, provide equitable and consistent service to the public, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and contribute meaningfully to building a more just and accessible California.Department Website: applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting.

Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:Housing Development & Finance Committee (HDFC) Postal Attn: HCD Classification and Recruitment Unit | JC- P.O. Box Sacramento, CA 95811Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:Housing Development & Finance Committee (HDFC) Drop-Off HCD Classification and Recruitment Unit | JC- Bannon Street Sacramento, CA :00 AM - 05:00 PMThe following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.Resume is required and must be included.Statement of Qualifications - Please see Statement of Qualifications section below for instructions.Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.Department Website: Hiring Unit Contact: HCD Classification & Recruitment Unit | JC- direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.EEO Contact: HCD Medical Management Unit California Relay Service: (TTY), (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.Interested individuals must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in addition to the standard state application (form STD. 678).

Your SOQ will be considered the first interview for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to a formal interview. Resumes, cover letters, or any other documents cannot substitute the SOQ.Your SOQ should not exceed two (2) pages, should be typed in Arial 12-point, and should be numbered 1-3. When completing the SOQ, please include all relevant experience, education, and training, as applicable, and explain your answer thoroughly.In one brief paragraph, describe a time you conducted advanced legal analysis involving statutes, regulations, other law and used that research to help modernize or streamline a program or legal framework.In one concise paragraph, explain your experience drafting or negotiating complex interagency agreements (such as MOU, confidentiality agreements, or data-sharing agreements) and how your work supported cross-agency alignment or improved operational efficiency.In one short paragraph, describe your experience advising on governance obligations - such as open-meeting laws, public transparency requirements, or board/committee procedures - and how your judgement helped an organization avoid legal risk or maintain public trust.OPTIONAL: In one brief paragraph, is there anything else you would like the hiring manager to know?To become 'list eligible' for consideration, interested candidates must successfully pass a civil service exam.You may apply and take the exam online at CalCareers . If you're new to the state application process please visit 3 Steps to a State Job.All information regarding your employment history must be included on the State Employment Application STD. 678. Applications that are submitted blank or with 'see resume' in place of duties performed or applications received without the following information for each job entry will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted:'To' and 'from' dates (month/day/year)Hours worked per weekPrivate sector job